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Are You Watching Me?

April 11, 2026 No Comments

This reflection explores the human habit of looking for validation, even when something meaningful is already happening. Through the experience of publishing a book and watching the mind search for proof, it reflects on what it means to let the act itself be enough.

My Journey is Descriptive, Not Prescriptive

November 23, 2025 No Comments

I’m a former Christian pastor who now aligns with Buddhist principles and practices, and this reflection shares how I got from one place to the other. My journey isn’t a blueprint—it’s simply an honest look at where life has led me.